Vijay Amritraj Charity Tennis Classic 2011

By: Anders Frejdh

Published:
2011-08-01

Following up on their 2010 tennis event, The Vijay Amritraj Foundation Charity Tennis Classic 2011 will be held on August 12 at Braemar Country Club and the tennis starts at 5pm.

Schedule of events:
August 12, 2011: Tennis Event, General Admission 20 USD
August 13, 2011: Kool and the Gang Concert (50 USD)

Note: The 2011 Charity Event Weekend Pass (300 USD) includes reception and dinner for both days.

Vijay Amritraj Foundation Mission Statement:
"The foundation brings hope, help and healing to the defenseless and innocent victims of disease, tragedy and circumstance in India.

Driven by our firm belief that in giving we receive, the foundation pledges to make a real difference for those who are most in need of the helping hand of humanity."

About Vijay Amritraj by Gene Malin:
So much has been written and said about Vijay Amritraj, that one needs to spotlight those aspects of his life that take him beyond just another celebrity with a foundation. In fact when I looked at the facts, it seemed that Vijay had been preparing for the foundation all his life.

The most enduring image I have of Vijay is of him applauding Jimmy Connors’ shot in the middle of the match of his life (Wimbledon Quarter-finals 1981).

A gentleman with values that go beyond winning to caring. In fact, Vijay’s best moments have been off the tennis court. For starters, earning the respect of his compatriots - being elected for 5 terms as the President of ATP Tour Player Council. Then, as Lead Anchor and Host of ESPN Star Sports for Wimbledon; US Open as well as PGA events. He is one of the most recognizable faces and figures in the world of high profile sports.

Through his numerous acts of giving back like establishing the Britannia Amritraj Tennis Academy to help deserving players – a unique program that provides training, funding and even boarding and lodging. Or, his role as the UN Messenger of Peace. Or carrying the Olympic Torch at Seoul, he has made an impact on the world around him, as well as become a symbol of India in the International world. Vijay acts on his belief of receiving through giving and his life is a testimony to that spirit. Each of his successes can be traced back to the acts of giving with humility, be it his sportsmanship, his talent, his time or his business acumen.

Editor's note:
Vijay Amritraj portrayed the beloved character of "Vijay" in Octopussy (1983) with scenes opposite Sir Roger Moore, Desmond Llewelyn and his Indian compatriot Albert Moses.

A selection of Vijay Amritraj's Honors:
• President of the ATP Tour Player Council 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 and 1994
• Since 1991, Lead Anchor and Host of Wimbledon and US Open for ESPN Star Sports
• Appointed United Nations Messenger of Peace on February 9, 2001
• Awarded the prestigious Pierre Coubertin Award by the United Nations in Paris 1988
• Awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India, for enhancing the prestige of India
• Carried the Olympic Torch at the 1988 Seoul Olympics
• Named Davis Cup Centennial Ambassador by the Int. Tennis Federation in 1999
• Awarded the Key to the City by Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley
• First Asian unanimously elected to Honorary Membership to the All England Lawn Tennis Club in Wimbledon

Please visit the official Vijay Amritraj Foundation for more information:

www.vijayamritrajfoundation.org/events.html

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